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The Best Foods to Bring to a Picnic
Summertime is the perfect season for picnics! Whether you’re headed to the park or your own backyard, picnics are a great way to enjoy the warm weather and good company. But what’s a picnic without good food? If you’re stuck on what to bring, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the best picnic foods to keep everyone happy.
Fruit Salad
A picnic classic, fruit salad is always a hit. It’s refreshing, light, and easy to eat on the go. Plus, there are endless possibilities when it comes to ingredients. You can’t go wrong with a mix of seasonal fruits like berries, watermelon, and cantaloupe. For a little something extra, add a drizzle of honey or some chopped nuts. Yum!
Veggie Platter
If you’ve got vegetarians in your group, or if you’re just looking for a healthy option, put together a veggie platter. Cut up some carrots, celery, cucumbers, and peppers for dipping. Add some ranch or another favorite dip, and you’re good to go!
Finger Foods
No one wants to be stuck eating a big sandwich at a picnic—finger foods are where it’s at. Sandwiches can be tricky to eat when you’re sitting on the ground, so opt for something that can be eaten with your hands instead. Chicken fingers, mozzarella sticks, and mini pizzas are all great options. Just make sure you have napkins on hand!
Sweet Treats
No picnic is complete without something sweet for dessert. Brownies, cookies, and cupcakes are all easy to transport and will satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. If you want something a little lighter, fruit kabobs are always a hit. Or for something really unique, try making s’mores in a jar!
These are just a few of our favorite picnic foods—but really, anything goes! Picnics are all about enjoying good food in good company. So whatever you decide to bring, make sure it puts a smile on your face—after all, that’s what picnics are all about.
What food do you bring to a picnic? Sandwiches, pies, Scotch eggs, sausage rolls and chicken drumsticks are considered classic picnic treats for a reason – they’re all finger foods that travel well. Layer up a picnic baguette with salami, spinach, basil, pesto and mozzarella for a mouthwatering bite with or create a colourful veggie rainbow sandwich.
What do you bring to a picnic last minute?
- Simple salads. A simple, no-cook salad is ideal to throw together in just a few moments.
- Style it out.
- Eggcellent.
- Quick dips.
- Freezer friends.
- Jar stars.
- Infused drinks.
What are some popular finger foods?
- of 20. Sausage Rolls.
- of 20. Shrimp Cocktail.
- of 20. Fried Mac and Cheese Balls.
- of 20. Pepperoni Pizza Rolls.
- of 20. Cranberry Brie Bites.
- of 20. Fried Pickles.
- of 20. Make-Ahead Sandwich Rolls.
- of 20. Crispy Brie-Stuffed Mushrooms.
How can I make a picnic more interesting?
- Play a game of freeze tag or hide and seek.
- Find different types and colors of leaves.
- Sing Songs.
- Walk around the park talking about life issues.
- Go fishing.
- Play a board game on the blanket.
- People watch.
- Have a water balloon fight.
